BMW AG - Manual (Page 110)

110 Roof rack*
A special roof rack system is available
as an accessory for your BMW. If it is
used, please comply with the installa-
tion instructions supplied.
Mounting points
Access to the mounting points:
Use the tool supplied with the roof rack
system to open the caps.
Loading and driving hints
Loaded roof racks significantly alter the
driving and steering characteristics of
your car by raising the centre of gravity.
When loading the roof rack, ensure that
the specified roof load limit, the car's
gross weight limit and the axle loads
are not exceeded. The relevant figures
are shown in the Technical data sec-
tion, see page
163 ff.
The roof load must be uniformly distrib-
uted and should not be too large in
area. Heavy items of luggage should
always be placed at the bottom. Make
sure that there is sufficient clearance
for raising the glass sunroof and that no
objects extend back far enough to be
struck by the luggage compartment lid
when it is opened.
Secure loads to the roof rack so that
they cannot shift or fall off during the
journey.
Drive smoothly and avoid violent accel-
eration, braking or cornering.
Towing a trailer
The permissible trailer load and nose
weights – towbar downthrust – are
stated in the Technical data section,
see page
163 ff. The trailer load limit is
also entered in the car's registration
papers. Consult BMW Service regard-
ing options for increased trailer load.
Trailer tow hitch*
If a trailer tow hitch is fitted by the man-
ufacturer, the vehicle will also be
equipped with uprated suspension at
the rear as standard.
Care for a removable ball hitch in
accordance with the enclosed manu-
facturer's instructions, in order to
ensure straightforward installation and
removal.
If a trailer tow hitch is installed,
the self-regenerating action of the
rear bumper system may not be able to
take effect.
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